National Dam Safety Program. Leatherwood Creek Number 6 Dam (Inventory Number VA 08907), Roanoke River Basin, Henry County, Virginia. Phase I Inspection Report.

Abstract

The purpose of a Phase I Inspection is to identify expeditiously those dams which may pose hazards to human life or property. The assessment of the general conditions of the dam is based upon available data and visual inspection. Detailed investigation and analyses involving topographic mapping, subsurface investigations, testing, and detailed computational evaluations are beyond the scope of a Phase I investigation; however, the investigation is intended to identify any need for such studies. Based upon the field conditions at the time of the field inspection and all available engineering data, the Phase I report addresses the hydraulic, hydrologic, geologic, geotechnic, and structural aspects of the dam. The engineering techniques employed give a reasonably accurate assessment of the conditions of the dam. It should be realized that certain engineering aspects cannot be fully analyzed during a Phase I inspection. Assessment and remedial measures in the report include the requirements of additional in depth study when necessary. Phase I reports include project information of the dam appurtenances, all existing engineering data, operational procedures, hydraulic/hydrologic data of the watershed, dam stability, visual inspection report and an assessment including required remedial measures.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA106318

Entities

People

  • Carl S. Anderson Jr.
  • Jack G. Starr
  • Ray E. Martin

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Classification
  • Concrete
  • Construction
  • Construction Materials
  • Dams
  • Drainage Basins
  • Embankments
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Flood Control
  • Floods
  • Materials
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Security
  • Shear Strength
  • Tectosilicates
  • Visual Inspection

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Hydrologic Risk Analysis and Mitigation.